Over 6 million people worldwide are infected with Trypanosoma cruzi, the protozoan that causes Chagas disease. Endemic in 21 Latin American countries, the disease can be transmitted by vector insects called triatomines — also known as “kissing bugs” —, foods or beverages contaminated with th...e parasite, blood transfusions, organ transplants, or congenitally during pregnancy or delivery.
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Diagnóstico y tratamiento de sífilis recomendaciones para los equipos de salud.
Chapter 5: A Community Guide to Environmental Health
COVID-19 outbreak is associated with the generation of many types of infectious wastes, including infected masks, gloves and other protective equipment, together with a higher volume of general waste of the same nature.
Sexual violence is a major problem in South Africa, with studies showing that up to one in four women have been raped in their lifetime.